CHADD is pleased to offer a special selection of video recordings from the 2021 Virtual Conference on ADHD. Watch on the platform. If available, the handouts from each workshop are also provided. Session descriptions are provided below. A certificate of completion is provided upon completion of watching all of the videos.
Parent Toolbox Includes 10 Video Recordings and Handouts
Parenting a child with ADHD is about more than managing symptoms — family expectations, school environments, and cultural influences all shape how your child experiences ADHD. In this session, Sarah Y. Vinson, MD, a physician specializing in adult, child & adolescent, and forensic psychiatry, explains how structural and cultural factors affect families navigating ADHD. Drawing from her clinical expertise and leadership in psychiatry, Dr. Vinson helps parents understand the hidden pressures influencing their child’s behavior. You’ll leave with insight into how these factors impact everyday challenges and practical ways to advocate for your child at school, in healthcare, and in your community.
Raising a child with ADHD can bring daily stress and overwhelm, making it hard to stay calm and connected. In this workshop, Mark Bertin, MD, developmental behavioral pediatrician and author of Mindful Parenting for ADHD and How Children Thrive, introduces mindfulness as a practical toolset for parents and families. Dr. Bertin explores mindfulness in three parts—understanding it, experiencing it, and practicing it—so you can apply it to everyday challenges. Parents will learn simple ways to reduce stress, create calmer routines, and model skills that help children with ADHD thrive at home, in school, and beyond.
Every parent knows the frustration of trying strategies that just don’t seem to work. In this session, Kate Barrett, ACG, ACC, ADHD and executive function coach, and Sharon Saline, PsyD, clinical psychologist and author of What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew, team up to help families get unstuck. Together, they share practical, compassionate approaches for supporting children when routines collapse, emotions run high, or motivation disappears. Parents will gain insight into what drives challenging behaviors, learn step-by-step tools to ease daily struggles, and discover ways to build resilience so kids can bounce back and thrive.
When school becomes a struggle, parents need to know how to secure the right support. Jeffrey S. Katz, PhD, clinical psychologist and CHADD Public Policy Co-Chair, explains how Section 504 and IEPs can protect students with ADHD. Learn what these plans cover, how to prepare for meetings, and how to advocate effectively so your child receives the services they need to succeed.
Launching teens with ADHD into adulthood can feel overwhelming. Sharon Saline, PsyD, clinical psychologist and author of What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew, shares practical tools to help families guide teens toward independence. Learn how to strengthen executive functioning, manage stress, and set up routines that foster success in college, vocational programs, or the workplace. Parents will leave with strategies to reduce conflict and build collaboration during this critical transition.
Managing ADHD is easier when you have the right tools. Jodi Allison Mishkin-Michaelson, DPS, MSEdS, assistive technology specialist and educational technology consultant, shares her favorite free and paid apps and resources for school, home, and everyday life. Parents will discover practical tools that support organization, focus, and independence—helping kids and teens with ADHD succeed in learning and beyond.
Intense emotions can overwhelm families — whether it’s arguments over homework, bedtime battles, or dinnertime drama. Diane Dempster, MHSA, CPC, and Elaine Taylor-Klaus, PCC, co-founders of ImpactParents and authors of Parenting ADHD Now! and The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids, share practical tools to prevent and manage emotional outbursts. Parents will learn how to stay calm, guide kids through big feelings, and restore connection at home.
The jump from high school to college can be especially challenging for students with ADHD. Judith S. Bass, CEP, certified educational planner and nationally recognized expert in college placement for students who learn differently, shares strategies to make the transition smoother. Parents will learn how to find a college that’s the right fit, understand the range of disability support options, and know what to ask about services like coaching, social support, and tutoring. This session equips families to plan ahead so students with ADHD can thrive in their college years.
Screens won’t create lasting family memories — but adventures outdoors will. John Willson, MS, executive director of SOAR, shows parents how outdoor experiences help kids with ADHD build resilience, confidence, and real-life problem-solving skills. Learn how to use nature and adventure as powerful tools to reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, and teach lessons kids can carry back into everyday life.
Procrastination can be one of the most frustrating struggles for kids and teens with ADHD — and it often spills over into family life. Jonathan Hassall, ADHD coach and director of Connect ADHD Coaching, and Madeline O’Reilly, MPsych (Clin), clinical psychologist, explain why traditional approaches fall short. They introduce ADHD-specific strategies parents can use to help their child move from stuck to started, build confidence through small successes, and develop habits that make schoolwork and daily routines more manageable.
